We are looking for a success-driven Entry-Level Accountant to join our finance team within the education sector in Charlotte, North Carolina. This Contract to permanent position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in accounting processes while collaborating with students and athletic committee members. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled in Excel, and eager to contribute to a dynamic and people-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Perform daily banking activities and reconcile bank statements.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain financial records.<br>• Handle paper-based financial documentation and ensure proper filing and organization.<br>• Collaborate with students and athletic committees to address finance-related queries and provide support.<br>• Assist in account reconciliation to ensure all records align with financial data.<br>• Contribute to the preparation of financial reports and statements.<br>• Learn and adapt to internal systems and procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounting or a related field.<br>• Proficiency in Excel for financial calculations and data management.<br>• Familiarity with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.<br>• Strong ability to perform account and bank reconciliations.<br>• Excellent organizational skills for handling paper-based and digital records.<br>• Effective communication skills to interact with students and committee members.<br>• Detail-oriented mindset for accurate journal entries and financial documentation.

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